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Pioneering Māori pilot aims for message of aroha in Anzac Day speech
The city's service will include a speech from the country's first female Māori RNZAF pilot
Opinion: Lest we forget? Aside from Anzac Day, NZ has been slow to remember its military veterans
OPINION: The plan to expand the definition of the term ‘veteran’ brings some good news.
‘In the air, at sea’: France, UK push for Ukraine ceasefire
Macron says France and Britain propose a one-month truce in Ukraine.
Luxon floats sending Navy ship into South China Sea
The move to send a vessel will affirm closer ties with Vietnam.
Why China’s naval activities are raising eyebrows in NZ and Australia
Judith Collins said NZ and Australia aren't 'particularly worried' about the drills.
'Live fire': Chinese navy drills force transtasman flights to divert
Air NZ confirmed it had modified its flight paths as needed to avoid the area.
Soldiers found guilty of attacking colleague at military camp
One is set to lose their career, the other is set to lose their rank.
‘Lost control’: Sergeant accused of attacking soldier during exercise
The attack occurred after the soldier insulted a sergeant in late 2023.
Why is US Coastguard ship moored in Wellington?
It sailed into the capital's harbour on Monday.
Trump moves to bar ‘transgender ideology’ from US military
US President also reinstated service members dismissed for refusing the Covid vaccine.
Rotorua student named top recruit in NZ Army Reserve training
Leo Schweizer enlisted while on holidays from Otago University.
Topgun curse: US Navy pilots face silent crisis
New York Times: Confidential programme studies devastating brain injuries in flight crews.
Letters to the editor: Māori Battalion haka heard on battlefield
OPINION: Our readers have their say.
Man missing in Manawatū River serving NZ Defence Force member
Iwi have placed a rāhui on the river.
Operation to remove fuel from sunken naval vessel set to start in December
The Manawanui sank after running aground on a reef in Samoa last month.
Editorial: Remembering our old soldiers has never been more important
OPINION: Today marks 106 years since the end of World War I.
Kingi Snelgar: The price of citizenship, lest we forget
OPINION: The Māori Battalion's sacrifices were meant to ensure better treatment back home.
'Similar to concussion': New brain injury warning to NZDF troops over explosives
Brain damage links to blast waves prompt a warning to military personnel.
New data suggests doomed Manawanui was delayed a day for last-minute testing
The ship struck a reef and sank off Samoa.
Why Manawanui clean-up will be put on hold
Efforts to recover three containers from the ship were due to start today.
'Recipe for disaster': Can SAS hunt fugitive Tom Phillips - or use 'deadly force'
A military lawyer says the Prime Minister would need to sign-off on a SAS hunt.
Letters: The costly fiasco of GP funding, Samoa deserves Manawanui compo
OPINION: 'General practice is struggling for funding and therefore for staff.'
Sydney judge gives ex-constable community order for stalking
Ex-constable avoids jail, gets 12-month community order for stalking and harassment.
Is the Manawanui leaking? Conflicting reports from NZ and Samoa
The Navy says there are no fuel leaks, Samoan officials says there are.
New SAS documents: Military lifts lid on elite combat unit
New document details NZSAS role with stories of the missions it carries out.
'Top sailor': Ex Gisborne man takes on key role in Royal New Zealand Navy
Ngāti Porou Navy man aims to advocate for sailors and uphold Navy traditions and values
C-130J Hercules welcome ceremony
welcome the first of the C-130J Hercules fleet to arrive at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Auckland, Whenuapai. Video / Micheal Craig